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It looks like I am moving on to a C5...But I need help and suggestions on selling my SS. The time of year doesn't help me here in Chicago. I have 1996 SS, 6-speed, black, T-tops, Aluminum drive shaft, and less than 8000 miles. The car is Flawless!!! HELP!!
Posts: 8 | From: McHenry, IL | Registered: Feb 2001
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Yea, I have a suggestion. Keep the SS and buy the C5. They are very different.
Posts: 5946 | From: Litchfield, NH, USA | Registered: Feb 2000
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im waitin for my c-5 should be here in 15 more days ( i hope) , good luck sellin your car , nobdy wants mine, or should i say every one wants it but wants it for free. mines 2000 SS convertable with 2800 miles on it,if you can you should probably keep it if you can afford to, beats givin it away, these cars dont have much re-sale value.. good luck , enjoy the c-5 jim
Posts: 48 | From: ventura ca, | Registered: Jan 2001
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In looking at the possible value of my ss, I thought I would see what the kelly blue book price was for a 2000 ss equiped like mine. Then I would have some data to argue with the insurance company with if I thought I was being given the shaft. It turns out the value listed was more than I paid for my 2001 ss.
The only problems I see with selling anything that new at this time is the market is soft and it would have to be significantly cheaper than a new one for me or someone else to buy it.
Secondly and this is not a knock on your car or you I am always very suspecious of something that new being for sale, the question of it being abused in ways only a performance car can be come to mind. When the price of your car gets down to the point that someone like me would be willing to buy it you would in fact be "giving" it away.
I saw a short blurb about a certified used car program on speed vision in the last week. Some automotive shops will do a complete check of the car and provide the seller with the status of everything on the car. They may also offer a warranty. If there are any of these shops in your area you may inquire as to the cost of this service as it could possibly ease the mind of a potential customer regarding the condition of your car.
Posts: 80 | From: Cooper,TX USA | Registered: Feb 2001
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I agree with the some of the others that if you can swing hanging on to the SS, you should do it. The SS and C-5 have distinctly different personalities and you may find yourself yearning to have your SS back. Also, the f-bodies have never enjoyed good resale value and depending on your circumstances, you could be losing a good deal of money. If you HAVE to sell, detail the crap out of the car and get it to absolute perfection. Get it clean enough to let a baby eat off the motor. If your schedule won't give you the time, consider having it professionally detailed. I've used this service before and the results were incredible. That alone could get you an extra $1k on the price. This is in no way a knock, but I've seen cars advertised as "mint" or "ultra-clean" that turned out to be total s***boxes once I went to look at them. If there is anything showing any signs of wear, though not likely in your case, consider replacing it if it's not too expensive. If you have a complete service history, get it organized and offer a prospective buyer the opportunity to review it. If you can, wait another month before putting it on the market. By the end of March, many buyers are starting to take an interest in driving sports cars and you'll be able to get more money for it. Hope you don't have to sell. Good luck and congrats on the C-5.
Andy
Posts: 214 | From: Pepperell MA USA | Registered: Jan 2001
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It is SPOTLESS. i agree with you though on what others may call a clean car. Sometimes you wonder when you see other peoples "mint" cars......................you think to yourself..."man, I sure would hate to see what they call dirty"
Posts: 8 | From: McHenry, IL | Registered: Feb 2001
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